Serving 1,873 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Kipp Columbus ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,873 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Columbus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kipp Columbus's student population of 1,873 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,873 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Columbus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Columbus is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2569 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
89%
17%
White
2%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Columbus's ranking?
Kipp Columbus is ranked #2569 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kipp Columbus?
The graduation rate of Kipp Columbus is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kipp Columbus?
1,873 students attend Kipp Columbus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Kipp Columbus students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Columbus?
Kipp Columbus has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kipp Columbus offer ?
Kipp Columbus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Kipp Columbus part of?
Kipp Columbus is part of KIPP Columbus School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Columbus located?
Kipp Columbus is located in the Framingham neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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